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REI

Last month, Seattle-based
REI announced it will open a store at Easton in 2014.

Founded in 1938 as Recreational Equipment Inc., REI sells a variety of outdoor recreation
gear, sporting goods and clothing. Geared more to the hiking-biking-camping crowd, REI does not
sell guns, ammunition or fishing gear. The Columbus store will include a bike-repair shop and a
community space for outdoor-related classes and events.